i-Phone and i-Pad users - Home Energy Pros2015-03-03T23:00:19Zhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/forum/topics/iphone-and-ipad-users?groupUrl=toolsofthetrade&commentId=6069565%3AComment%3A65310&xg_source=activity&groupId=6069565%3AGroup%3A222&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThanks Meghan for jumping int…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-10-28:6069565:Comment:650152011-10-28T13:10:41.234ZBret Monroehttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/BretMonroe
Thanks Meghan for jumping into the mix. I think we have some info to share here and hopfully the comments below will give you a line on where to proceed with evaluating programs for your i-pad use.
Thanks Meghan for jumping into the mix. I think we have some info to share here and hopfully the comments below will give you a line on where to proceed with evaluating programs for your i-pad use. Fantastic to know these progr…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-10-28:6069565:Comment:653102011-10-28T13:08:58.417ZBret Monroehttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/BretMonroe
Fantastic to know these programs are available and are being used, thanks for sharing the info John!
Fantastic to know these programs are available and are being used, thanks for sharing the info John! Great info to share and appre…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-10-28:6069565:Comment:651102011-10-28T13:06:27.970ZBret Monroehttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/BretMonroe
<p>Great info to share and appreciate your comments. I will be checking into that LogMein program as soon as I can.</p>
<p>Are you currently using a a digital camera or Thermal Imager for your reports and if so, how is the interface when uploading images into the program? We all know that the faster we can generate the reports after the field inspection work is accomplished, the easier it is on our stress level and focus for getting on with the next audit.</p>
<p>Great info to share and appreciate your comments. I will be checking into that LogMein program as soon as I can.</p>
<p>Are you currently using a a digital camera or Thermal Imager for your reports and if so, how is the interface when uploading images into the program? We all know that the faster we can generate the reports after the field inspection work is accomplished, the easier it is on our stress level and focus for getting on with the next audit.</p> I think if you're going to mu…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-10-28:6069565:Comment:650142011-10-28T13:03:13.690ZDanielle Amasiahttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/DanielleAmasia
I think if you're going to multiple applications, like excel, word, to a sketching app, you would find real value in <a href="http://www.hancocksoftware.com/hancock_energy_products/energy_audit/heat/" target="_blank">Hancock's HEAT</a>. It's energy audit tool does all of the things discussed above in one place. You can print an energy savings report for the home owner right at the site, model the home, take photos, and the list goes on... It is slick, but at the same time, easy to use. Sign…
I think if you're going to multiple applications, like excel, word, to a sketching app, you would find real value in <a href="http://www.hancocksoftware.com/hancock_energy_products/energy_audit/heat/" target="_blank">Hancock's HEAT</a>. It's energy audit tool does all of the things discussed above in one place. You can print an energy savings report for the home owner right at the site, model the home, take photos, and the list goes on... It is slick, but at the same time, easy to use. Sign up for the free trial: <a href="http://www.hancocksoftware.com/heat-appstore/" target="_blank">http://www.hancocksoftware.com/heat-appstore/</a> I reviewed the thread of this…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-10-28:6069565:Comment:650062011-10-28T00:07:33.257ZClassic Residential, Inc.http://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/JasonBeckman
<p>I reviewed the thread of this discussion and have done many of the same things using my iPad during field audits. From using the Total app to sketch homes, to creating airflow calcs in excel and uploading to google docs for cloud computing and entry, to taking IR photos. So far, the problem is getting all this data transfered to my computer in order to do energy modeling and create reports from the data. Until about 3 months ago...</p>
<p>1 app now solves all these issues. It is called…</p>
<p>I reviewed the thread of this discussion and have done many of the same things using my iPad during field audits. From using the Total app to sketch homes, to creating airflow calcs in excel and uploading to google docs for cloud computing and entry, to taking IR photos. So far, the problem is getting all this data transfered to my computer in order to do energy modeling and create reports from the data. Until about 3 months ago...</p>
<p>1 app now solves all these issues. It is called LogMeIn. It connects my iPad to my home networked computer. Now I do field audits and enter data straight into my computer. I can run all my PC applications which means that I can provide reports to my homeowners as soon as my audit is complete!</p>
<p>Very Powerful and worth the $35 cost. ROI was 1 week due to saved fuel from not having to return to customers' homes to provide findings and report.</p> I have been using an iPad for…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-10-27:6069565:Comment:648012011-10-27T15:25:22.423ZJohn Nicholashttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/JohnNicholas
<p>I have been using an iPad for data collection on Audits for 6 months.</p>
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<p>I use a free software program for RE and Appraisers from Ala Mode called Total. It does the footprint and other measurements. I get a scaled drawing.</p>
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<p>I use forms customized by a FM database for other data collection. I have adjusted the original paper forms to the iPad format so I no longer have to zoom etc to enter. Just page down as the audit progresses. These go through Drop Box to…</p>
<p>I have been using an iPad for data collection on Audits for 6 months.</p>
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<p>I use a free software program for RE and Appraisers from Ala Mode called Total. It does the footprint and other measurements. I get a scaled drawing.</p>
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<p>I use forms customized by a FM database for other data collection. I have adjusted the original paper forms to the iPad format so I no longer have to zoom etc to enter. Just page down as the audit progresses. These go through Drop Box to iAnnotate. A paid PDF annotation program.</p>
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<p>Most of the rest are less used programs. I have a sound meter for Bath Fans. A couple of sketch programs for specific elevations or vaults. I have a GPS Note Program that allows me to put a pin on the address of each audit. Nice map of where I've been. I do see some geographical patterns. Compass. I use the photo program on the iPad for displaying stuff (good and bad) that I've run into. I have a simple SS program on the iPad that will run some field calcs on Blower Door Data if needed. QR code reader. Weather program to pick up outside temps. Mostly free stuff.</p>
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<p>I just added an iPhone this week. My BB died. So have to see how that works in.</p> We recently purchased an E Se…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-10-26:6069565:Comment:646082011-10-26T19:37:12.524ZMeghan McGuire Denlingerhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/MeghanDenlinger
<p>We recently purchased an E Series FLIR camera and will be purchasing an iPad shortly. I am interested in using Home Gauge to help streamline the auditing process, but they currently don't have an iPad ap. Any other software available that is iPad compatible? Or is everyone using home grown Excel sheets?</p>
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<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>We recently purchased an E Series FLIR camera and will be purchasing an iPad shortly. I am interested in using Home Gauge to help streamline the auditing process, but they currently don't have an iPad ap. Any other software available that is iPad compatible? Or is everyone using home grown Excel sheets?</p>
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<p>Thanks!</p> There is a short webinar on…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-04-15:6069565:Comment:341382011-04-15T14:49:38.636ZDanielle Amasiahttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/DanielleAmasia
There is a short webinar on energy audits on the iPad next week, 3 p.m. Tuesday April 19, 2011 -- sign up to see it here: <a href="https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/565383497" target="_blank">https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/565383497</a>
There is a short webinar on energy audits on the iPad next week, 3 p.m. Tuesday April 19, 2011 -- sign up to see it here: <a href="https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/565383497" target="_blank">https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/565383497</a> Hey Ira,
Very nice to hear of…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-04-12:6069565:Comment:330852011-04-12T19:12:07.751ZBret Monroehttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/BretMonroe
<p>Hey Ira,</p>
<p>Very nice to hear of your uses! As I've said, I have always been a Blackberry/PC users and my Apple friends have been asking me why for many years! I'd like to talk with you directly when you have a little time so please let me know how we can arrange a few minutes-</p>
<p>Looking forward to it!</p>
<p>Bret</p>
<p>Hey Ira,</p>
<p>Very nice to hear of your uses! As I've said, I have always been a Blackberry/PC users and my Apple friends have been asking me why for many years! I'd like to talk with you directly when you have a little time so please let me know how we can arrange a few minutes-</p>
<p>Looking forward to it!</p>
<p>Bret</p> Hi David,
Sorry for the del…tag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2011-04-12:6069565:Comment:334292011-04-12T19:02:02.334ZBret Monroehttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/BretMonroe
<p>Hi David,</p>
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<p>Sorry for the delay in getting back to you but with ACI national and trainings, I've been traveling for 3 weeks straight.</p>
<p>I appreciate the info and great to know these wonderful time saving devicies are being integrated into the field work more commonly now! I'm a Blackberry guy and just recently purchased the iPad to see how it may help the audit process and am receiving great threads here about what is going on in the field. Give me a call to discuss…</p>
<p>Hi David,</p>
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<p>Sorry for the delay in getting back to you but with ACI national and trainings, I've been traveling for 3 weeks straight.</p>
<p>I appreciate the info and great to know these wonderful time saving devicies are being integrated into the field work more commonly now! I'm a Blackberry guy and just recently purchased the iPad to see how it may help the audit process and am receiving great threads here about what is going on in the field. Give me a call to discuss further or if you wanted to and are using a FLIR imager currently, download the free "FLIR Viewer" application from the Apple App Store. You won't be able to wi-fi connect an older imager with your i-Pad, you have to have one of the new FLIR E series imagers, but you can probably import images to try it out. There is also a Professional version that is $29.99 that allows you to create these reports I mentioned. look forward to talking with you!</p>
<p>My phone is 800-221-0163 and <a href="http://www.monroeinfrared.com">www.monroeinfrared.com</a> if you wanted to see mroe info.</p>
<p>Bret</p>